The Calgary Flames have announced that they have fired head coach Bob Sutter following an unsuccessful season. The Flames finished the season with a record of 35-40-7, missing the playoffs for the third consecutive year.
Sutter was hired as head coach in 2018 and had a difficult task of rebuilding the team. He was able to bring in some promising young players, but the team struggled to find consistency throughout the season. The team had a few bright spots, including a strong start to the season, but ultimately failed to make the playoffs.
The decision to fire Sutter was not an easy one for the Flames organization. Sutter had been with the team for three years and had worked hard to rebuild the team. He had also been praised for his work ethic and dedication to the organization.
The Flames have yet to name a new head coach, but they are expected to make an announcement soon. In the meantime, assistant coaches Dave Cameron and Ryan Huska will take over coaching duties.
The firing of Sutter is yet another reminder of how difficult it can be to rebuild a team in the NHL. The Flames have been struggling for several years now and it appears that they are still searching for the right combination of players and coaches to get them back into contention.
It remains to be seen who the Flames will hire as their next head coach, but it is clear that they need to make a change if they want to turn things around. The team has some promising young players and a strong core of veterans, so it is up to the new head coach to get them back on track.
Only time will tell if the firing of Bob Sutter was the right decision for the Calgary Flames, but it is clear that they are hoping for a fresh start and a return to success in the near future.
